A Still Drop of Ink

A twisted psychological experience shines in Dylan Lack's debut novelCassius Betford is on the verge of completely losing it. Past failures and a constant cloud of depression create a gripping story of delusion filled with despair. A final attempt to change the man he is revolves around a fixation on a girl and her perceived salvation. Destined to be together, Cass showcases everything wrong with his beliefs on life and its realities. This psychological experience dives into the mind of a young adult as he tries to navigate through life determined to improve himself. He develops a relationship with an unlikely friend and dedicates his life to getting this girl at any cost. Nothing is off the table, including developing a misconstrued relationship with religion and fully committing to his mistaken truths. All for Mikaela. This debut novel offers an insight into the mental struggles and illusions of a flawed young adult trying to find happiness. Authentic conversations and stylized realism bring the book to life within a narrative format.

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